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Overview

Accreditor CAPTE
Duration 2 years
Under the direction and supervision of physical therapists, physical therapist assistants treat patients through exercise, manual therapy, gait and balance training, and other therapeutic interventions.

Career outlook

Employers hire physical therapist assistants to carry out treatment plans through exercise, manual therapy, and gait training under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist.

Prerequisites

The prerequisites you'll need to meet to apply to this program at Allegany College of Maryland. Open a category to see each one.

College courses

11

Entrance exams

1

Certifications

2

Health and background checks

4

Application basics

3

Experience

1